Srey Noiy has the opportunity to participate in the much-anticipated Tony Robbins Global Youth Leadership Summit (GYLS) in San Diego, in the US state of California among the chosen representatives. CCF
The Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF) is preparing to fly out nine of their most promising pupils to participate in the much-anticipated Tony Robbins Global Youth Leadership Summit (GYLS) in San Diego, in the US state of California. Among the chosen representatives is a young girl named Srey Noiy, all set to embark on a transformative journey.
“We are elated for our nine students who have earned this golden opportunity to travel to America for the Tony Robbins Global Youth Leadership Summit (GYLS). This is a monumental leap for these young individuals who have never had the chance to step out of Cambodia before,” said a CCF spokesperson.
Kate Ginn, the senior communications editor of CCF – an NGO founded in 2024 by former Holloywood executive Scott Neeson – drew attention to the myriad of challenges with which children from impoverished backgrounds have to grapple. They face daunting hurdles such as limited access to quality education, food and housing insecurities, and marginalisation from healthcare services, with an ever-present risk of exploitation.
“Our mission is to tackle these issues head-on and to foster child development as well as the welfare of their families and communities. Before joining CCF, Srey Noiy had slim chances of breaking out of the generational cycle of poverty. Today, she stands equipped with the skills and knowledge she needs to reach her full potential, to support herself, and her family in the future,” she noted.
The GYLS is a four-day immersive event targeted at youth aged 14-16. It aims to inculcate leadership qualities and provides tools that can be instrumental in changing lives and communities. The event is slated to kick off on July 12.
The expectation is high among CCF representatives that students will return home brimming with newfound confidence and a stronger belief in their capabilities.
Ly Hour, a 16-year-old participant, said: “I am filled with joy, and my parents are extremely proud. I aspire to learn about leadership, teamwork and empathy during this journey”.
Likewise, Chan Rithy Ya, another 16-year-old attendee and Grade 11 student, shared: “I am eager to share my culture and learn about other ones. I see this as an opportunity to broaden my horizons”.
Launched in 2000 by the Tony Robbins Foundation, the GYLS has been instrumental in moulding young individuals into the leaders of tomorrow.
